Learn more about GovLabPHL, a multi-agency team launched in 2017 and led by the Mayor’s Policy Office. GovLabPHL focuses on developing innovative and evidence-based practice in city government.

The City of Philadelphia is transforming itself to improve service delivery and improve the lives of all Philadelphians. Learn more about GovLabPHL, a multi-agency team launched in 2017 and led by the Mayor’s Policy Office. GovLabPHL focuses on developing innovative and evidence-based practice in city government.

Additionally, we'll discuss the Philadelphia Behavioral Science Initiative (PBSI), a partnership between members of the Philadelphia City government and behavioral scientists from Philadelphia-area colleges and universities that are piloting several service improvement projects using a behavioral economics lens with the Mayor's Office, the Department of Revenue, the Mayor’s Taskforce on Litter Reduction and Zero Waste, and the Water Department, the Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems.

Panelists:

Anjali Chainani, Director of Policy, Office of Mayor James F. Kenney, City of Philadelphia

Marisa Waxman, First Deputy Revenue Commissioner, Department of Revenue, City of Philadelphia